Ye Lingzhi looked a lot older than she did before. Nearly half her hair had turned white, and more wrinkles were etched onto her face. She looked at least ten years older than her actual age.

She looked at Yan Qingsi as if she was tolerating her.

Yan Qingsi did not say anything. She poured a drink for herself out of the teapot on the table. The jasmine tea had already cooled down, but it still had a hint of fragrance when she took a sip out of it.

I know that you want to kill me, but the Ye family will never let you succeed. Yan Qingsi, Ill live no matter what. Lets see how you turn out

Yan Qingsi ignored Ye Lingzhis burst of madness. She took a photograph out of her purse and placed it in front of Ye Lingzhi. Im sure you remember this necklace.

Ye Lingzhi was stunned for a moment when she saw that photograph. Her agitated expression immediately calmed down. I dont remember, she replied.

Yan Qingsi smiled. You remember. How could you not? If youd really forgotten it, you would have said, I know nothing, not I dont remember.

Ye Lingzhi clenched her teeth. I dont know anything. Ive never seen this necklace before.

Yan Qingsi gently tapped her fingers against the table. The sound was light, yet it held a certain weight to it. Its rhythm was amplified in Ye Lingzhis ears. Her heart pounded when she heard it.

Ive no interest in murdering you, Yan Qingsi said, slowly but steadily. I can help you with your daughter. I can lift the charges against her.

Yan Qingsi raised her head and looked at Ye Lingzhi. She was so nervous that her entire body was trembling.

That was why she was sure that Ye Lingzhi knew something.

The corners of Yan Qingsis mouth lifted; her smile was as sweet as honey. But you must tell me where is my mothers necklace now! Otherwise, Ill let Yan Mingzhu rot in jail for life.

A jolt of fear clapped throughout Ye Lingzhis body when she saw Yan Qingsis smile.

Her hands tremored under the table. How would I know anything? How am I supposed to answer this ridiculous question youre asking me?

Is it ridiculous? My mother had always had this necklace on. When she died, all of you handled her corpse. I only managed to catch a glimpse of her before she was cremated, and the necklace was gone. I dont think youd ever forget whatever that had happened that year till the day you die. Was it possible that you would forget anything, as youre telling me now?

I truly dont remember. How could I remember such a small detail

Then why the anxiety? Its just a necklace. Is there a need to be so defensive? Yan Qingsi said sardonically. You just have to answer in one or two sentences. Why arent you willing to say anything? Youve visited Yan Mingzhu. You know how pitiful she is now. As her mother, dont you want to get her out of jail?

Ye Lingzhi did not dare to look straight into Yan Qingsis eyes. I I

Im only giving you this one chance. Think about it. You could save your daughter.

I dont know. Ive never seen this necklace.

Yan Qingsi stood up. Then were done talking.

She did not waste any time. She snatched the photo away and walked straight out of the door.

Ye Lingzhi closed her eyes, slumping on her chair.

Yan Qingsi brought Xiao Xu and Ji Mianmian out, never expecting to run into You Yi.

She narrowed her eyes. Not bad. He had a good grasp of where she would go next.

You Yis complexion was terribly pale, and his eyes were bloodshot. He looked as though he had not slept in a long time. A whorl of unidentifiable emotions swirled deep in his eyes. Ive something to ask you, he said.

Yan Qingsi coolly sidestepped him. I dont have time for this.

Your mother, where is she now?